Hogan made the announcement at his Baltimore office during a press conference Wednesday morning. Baltimore City went from chaos to peace, and the relative tranquility appears to be holding to the governor's satisfaction.

"I am pleased to report that all National Guard, state police and other police personnel, and all the assets that we brought in have now been removed from the city, and I have rescinded the executive order which instituted the state of emergency," Hogan said. "We believe the city is safe."

The state of emergency was declared last week after protesting turned violent in Baltimore City. Over the course of the next week, 3,000 Maryland National Guard members and 1,000 law enforcement officers from across the state and country converged on the city to help restore order.

"They worked tirelessly around the clock, they practiced discipline and restraint to keep the peace and they did so superbly. They are heroes walking among us," Hogan said.

The governor said he and state officials visited every corner of the city, visited injured police officers, had lunch with National Guard members and met with state troopers and local police officers and firefighters.

"I saw things that I will never forget. We saw devastation and destruction, but we also saw incredible acts of kindness," Hogan said. "While I will never forget the violence and lawlessness that tore the city apart, I will always remember the acts of charity and forgiveness."

The governor said more than 250 businesses were damaged or destroyed and 170 cars were vandalized. He said 159 fires were set in the city Monday night alone. He said 130 police officers and firefighters were injured or hospitalized in the line of duty.

Hogan said Lt. Gov. Boyd Rutherford, who managed state operations in Annapolis while the governor was in Baltimore, will lead the state's role in Baltimore's cleanup and recovery efforts.

"The events of recent days have only strengthened my faith in our ability to work together to overcome our common challenges," Hogan said.

While the total costs of responding to the crisis has yet to be fully calculated, Hogan said the state will withdraw $20 million from the Rainy Day Fund to cover part of the expense. He also announced the appointment of former state Delegate Keiffer Mitchell Jr. as director of community relations, acting as the state's liaison to the city.

"Baltimore City is an amazing city, a city that I love, but it's obviously a city with long-standing, serious issues and problems. The state has a role in assisting Baltimore City government's efforts to find common sense, creative and new solutions to these urban challenges," Hogan said.

The governor said work continues to resolve issues in the city and the state, and that it will take time.

"Tensions still remain high. Emotions are still inflamed. Nobody has dealt with this in Maryland since 1968," Hogan said. "These problems have taken many decades to grow and they will likely take decades to repair."

The governor thanked a number of state and local officials for their efforts and leadership, and specifically thanked those who helped restore calm to the city.

"No one deserves more thanks than the brave police officers, soldiers, firefighters and first responders," Hogan said. "They are heroes walking among us and they deserve the deep thanks of a grateful city and state."

The governor also thanked state workers for their hard work during the crisis. He said the administration has found $68 million to fund a 2 percent cost-of-living increase for state workers, which had been in contention over the legislative session.

Through the governor's website MarylandUnites.org, the state has collected more than $292,000 in donations that will be shared with organizations in Baltimore City.

According to the governor's office:

- The Maryland Food Bank made deliveries to food pantries in the following areas: Mondawmin, Druid Hill, Pimlico, Forest Park, Union Square, Howard Park and Irvington. An estimated 1,500-2,500 cases of food (approximately 31,500-52,500 pounds) of primarily frozen chicken, canned goods and water have been delivered.

- The Governor's Office of Community Initiatives organized 2,600 volunteers who volunteered for clean-up on Pennsylvania Avenue. There were 20,000 meals and 1,000 bottles of water provided to law enforcement and first responders.

- Due to the closure of the Maryland Department of Human Resources offices on May 28, many food stamp and cash assistance recipients were unable recertify their eligibility for benefits. DHR is extending their benefits by one month.

- In addition to the food and water donations, transportation, shelter and other resources provided during the state of emergency, all state agencies will continue to work with members of the community to provide both information and resources in the coming months.

The governor declined to comment on the ongoing investigation and charges filed against six Baltimore police officers in the death of Freddie Gray.